Review of Paprika (2006) by Steve K — 28 Jun 2009

Hmmmm...

Those crazy Japanese.

SUPERIOR animation thats a feast for the eyes. Thats about it tho. Story feels like a bunch of half finished sub plots.

This review of Paprika (2006) was written by Steve K on 28 Jun 2009.

Paprika has generally received very positive reviews.

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